United States

On June 25, 1907, Lucia J. Franklin, of Devil Lake, North Dakota, was awarded a patent for developing a novel clasp fastener, especially designed for gloves. Date of Application: 24 June 1905

On October 5, 1926, Luna H. Thralls of Hymera, Indiana, received a patent for an improved vanity case. Her invention enhanced the compactness of the item, incorporating space for a mirror, a card case, and a billfold.

On May 1, 1923, Mabel Blackman, a resident of Manhattan, New York, was awarded a patent for designing novel overshoes for horses. The invention aimed to increase road grip and reduce the likelihood of slipping on uneven surfaces.

On March 27, 1923, Mabel Frederick, of Pueblo, Colorado, was awarded a patent for developing a projector that could permit an image to be projected in a stable position for a considerable amount of time and automatically move to the next animation without the aid of an operator.

On February 1, 1918, Mabel Slater, a resident of the United States, received a patent for a novel cover designed to be used as a bathrobe or military coat. The blanket was made from a soft and flexible material that quickly adapted to the body, aiming to keep it warm.

On July 5, 1932, Mabel White of Spokane, WA, was awarded a patent for her development of a novel and easily adjustable device designed to cut vegetables into cubes of different sizes.

On January 23, 1940, Mabel Winkel of New York was awarded a patent for designing a novel shoe made with an elastic-like leather upper sole that allowed for easy insertion of the foot.

On November 27, 1900, Mae Birney of New Whatcom, WA, received a patent for a novel jar closure featuring an improved flange lock designed to prevent liquids from leaking out.

On March 30, 1909, Mamie Trimble, a resident of Columbus, Kansas, was awarded a patent for developing a novel book holder designed to expedite reading by keeping books open. Date of Application: 4 August 1908

On April 10, 1906, Marjorie H. Winn of New York was granted a patent for a novel book tag. Unlike adhesive labels, her design utilized a clip-and-slip system, allowing it to be easily attached and removed without damaging the book.